How To Fix /SCWM/RETURNS003 - No description for condition &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/RETURNS -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: No description for condition &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/RETURNS003 - No description for condition &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/RETURNS003 No description for condition &1 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module, particularly when dealing with returns processing. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a description for a specific condition type that is referenced in the returns process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Condition Description: The most common cause of this error is that the condition type referenced (indicated by &1 in the error message) does not have a corresponding description in the system. This could be due to configuration issues or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Configuration: The condition type may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the absence of a description.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the customizing settings for returns processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to the relevant section for EWM and check the configuration for condition types.
  Ensure that the condition type referenced in the error message has a valid description and is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain Condition Descriptions:
  
  If the condition type is missing a description, you can add it by navigating to the relevant customizing settings and entering the necessary details.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Entries:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16N (Table Display) to check the relevant tables (e.g., TWC_COND_TYPE) for the condition type in question.
  If entries are missing, you may need to create or update them accordingly.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary transport requests have been moved to the target system and that no objects are missing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific condition type and returns processing to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, SE11, SE16N, and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific error message or condition type for additional guidance and potential fixes.
  EWM Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for best practices in configuring returns processing and condition types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCWM/RETURNS003.